(1) It is the intent of the Legislature to enhance the growth of aquaculture in this state, while protecting Florida’s environment.
(2) It is also the intent of the Legislature to give the department the duty to coordinate and assist the development of aquaculture.
(3) It is the intent of the Legislature that the Aquaculture Review Council is established to provide a means of communication between the aquaculture industry and the regulatory agencies.
History.—s. 1, ch. 87-367; s. 4, ch. 90-92; s. 9, ch. 91-187; s. 29, ch. 91-201; ss. 2, 6, ch. 93-152; s. 25, ch. 96-247; s. 46, ch. 2012-190.
Structure Florida Statutes
Title XXXV - Agriculture, Horticulture, and Animal Industry
597.001 - Florida Aquaculture Policy Act; Short Title.
597.002 - Legislative Declaration of Public Policy Respecting Aquaculture.
597.0021 - Legislative Intent.
597.003 - Powers and Duties of Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
597.004 - Aquaculture Certificate of Registration.
597.0041 - Prohibited Acts; Penalties.
597.0042 - Public Records Exemptions; Aquaculture Records.
597.0045 - Cultured Shellfish Theft Reward Program.
597.005 - Aquaculture Review Council.